By Gabby Landsverk, Staff Writer A man with a bear goes to a quilting party, followed by 50 nuns drinking margaritas. This may sound like the setup for a ridiculous joke, but it’s a true story from the remarkable life of Sue (Gruber) Poser, the 2015 Quilter of the Year for Minnesota Quilters Inc....Read More

Preimesberger among those recognized for service during World War II By Terry Lehrke, News Editor Henry Preimesberger was honored for the first time in September for his years of service as a Merchant Marine in World War II — and as a veteran. Merchant Mariners were not recognized as part of th...Read More

By Tina Snell, Staff Writer Ivan Weber, born and raised in Pierz, has been told most of his life that he has cerebral palsy. He was diagnosed in 1968, at age 3 after his parents, Leo and Rosetta Weber, took him to the doctor. A benefit for Weber is planned for Saturday, July 26, at the [...]...Read More

By Liz Verley, Staff Writer Scott Gross and his wife Mary Ann, along with Bill Volbert, have formed a partnership in running the Double Deuce near Genola. They took over the business March 1. Scott said, “We have made several changes and there will be more coming. We have cleaned and freshened up...Read More